Sacred Dance

The sacred ritual dances of Tibetan Buddhism are not simply a performance; they are an ancient, spiritual ritual created to transform negativities and obstacles within our world system into positive, harmonious conditions. The origins of these dances have their roots steeped in the secret path of tantric Buddhism. At the monastery they are part of an elaborate ritual that can last from one day to two weeks.

The dances require years of intensive training as well as proper initiations to be performed properly.  Throughout the dance every movement and ritual implement utilized have a deep and profound inner and outer meaning. The whole performance is a powerful, transformative experience operating on two levels. On one level the dancers are creating conducive conditions for enlightenment, while simultaneously purifying negativities and obstacles preventing it. Essentially, consciousness enters as a demon, is transformed, and exits as a deity.

Though these are secret and sacred dances steeped in profound experience that are not intended for the general public, on the tour we are able to perform short excerpts of some of the major ritual dances along with Tibetan folk dance to give the audience a taste of their transformative power. The performances include several dances in full costume, narration, and a brief explanation of each dance.

For more information on some of our other programs please click on the links below:

	Sand Mandalas
	Empowerments
	Music & Chanting
	Buddhist Teachings